What the role is:You will be part of a dynamic team involved in the review and formulation of mid-to long-term incentive strategies to achieve STB's desired outcomes and targets, especially as articulated in STB's Tourism 2040 (T2040) strategy. In addition, you will oversee the management of grant schemes for effective utilization to achieve tourism outcomes and meet industries' needs, as well as ensure policy compliance.What you will be working on:As part of the Incentive Policy team, the role will allow you the opportunity to shape incentives that can address market gaps in STB's efforts to drive destination attractiveness, expand target audiences and grow industry capabilities.The key level within your ambit is the next tranche of Tourism Development Fund, a multi-million grant incentive programme. You will lead the review and formulation of enhancements, including potential new grant types, to enable STB to push the envelope further to achieve T2040's stretched goals.In addition, to augment the overall incentive toolkit for industries, you will assess and negotiate with government agencies and private sector on other available incentives that can support STB's work.The desired outcome is a portfolio of incentives that STB teams are able to tap on to drive multivariate outcomes and strengthen Singapore's tourism competitive advantage.You will also oversee and administer selected grants. This includes: (i) ensuring grants are effectively used to achieve tourism outcomes and meet industries' needs, (ii) ensuring policy compliance, and (iii) analyzing and reporting the portfolio grant performance.You will be required to work closely with business units internally across STB. Externally, you will need to maintain good working relationship with other government agencies and various teams within Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI).What we are looking for:At least 3 years of work experience, preferably in areas of policy review and development as well as grants management (e.g. grant design, process, and policy reviews)Experience with business data analytics (e.g. basic analysis tools such as Excel, analysis, and recommendation of data findings)Good verbal and written communication skillsMathematically inclined and good with numbersStrong interpersonal skills to manage stakeholders (both internal and external)Meticulous and detail-orientedApplication Status: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks from the closing date of this job posting. We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.About Singapore Tourism Board:The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is the lead development agency for tourism, one of Singapore's key economic sectors. Together with industry partners and the community, we shape a dynamic Singapore tourism landscape. We bring the Passion Made Possible brand to life by differentiating Singapore as a vibrant destination that inspires people to share and deepen their passions. Our success comes from working as one STB team in an environment of trust, openness, fun and care. What can you expect as part of #TeamSTB? • Professional and Personal development: We provide structured training and initiatives aimed at equipping you with a well-rounded set of competencies to excel in your career. • Staff benefits: We offer flexible work arrangement, family care leave and wellness programmes to enable you to achieve a healthy level of work-life effectiveness. Award-winning Workplace • Public Sector Employer of Choice: (2nd) 2014, 2nd (2015) and 1st (2016) • Singapore's Top 100 Leading Graduate Employers: Winner - Hospitality, Leisure, and Tourism Sector (2021) • NS Mark (Gold) Accreditation For more information on STB, please visit https://www.stb.gov.sg.
